Is there a benefit to not killing Cicero?

If the Dragonborn chooses to let Cicero live, not only are they following the wishes of the Night Mother, but they would be honoring the core beliefs of the Brotherhood by bringing them along as a follower.


What happens if you kill or don't kill Cicero?

It should be noted that if Cicero is spared in this quest he will become an available follower for the Dragonborn. If he is killed, his body can be looted for his outfit (the Jester's Outfit on the table at the entrance is less powerful), some gold and a leveled dagger.

What happens if you keep Cicero alive?

If you let Cicero live, he will join you once again after the Dark Brotherhood main quest is completed. You can use him as a follower, and he will be available in the new Dark Brotherhood sanctuary located at Dawnstar. To be fair, he is a really strong follower, so it is wise to let him live.


What are the benefits of killing Cicero?

but there's rewards in both forms.
  • Immediate reward; Slay Cicero and gain his unique jester's outfit. Which is much stronger than the pair you come across.
  • Spare Cicero and gain a follower at the end of the Dark Brotherhood questline.


What happens if you kill Cicero or let him live?

Nothing bad happens either way, if you kill him he's gone and not a lot of people miss him. If you let him live there's a follower with some fairly decently funny things to say from time to time.


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Is it better to kill or spare Cicero?

While killing him may seem like the logical thing to do in Skyrim based on the crimes he has committed, sparing Cicero may actually be the more moral option, according to Dark Brotherhood law.

Should I help Loreius or Cicero?

You can either convince Loreius to help him, or you can go talk to the Guard on the road and convince him that Cicero is a criminal and needs to be arrested. Once you've done one, talk to Loreius if you've gotten rid of Cicero, or talk to Cicero if you've convinced Loreius to help him and they will give you 400 gold.

Can I marry Cicero in Skyrim?

V. 2.0: You can go through the marriage ceremony with him. He will attend the marriage ceremony and recieve a Bond of Matrimony. He will cook meals for you and give you a random amount of money everyday.


Can you get Cicero's armor without killing him?

Acquisition. Cicero is an essential character and cannot be killed or pickpocketed. The outfit, under normal circumstances, is therefore unobtainable without console commands. The exception to this is near the end of the quest "The Cure for Madness" in the Dark Brotherhood questline.

Is Cicero a good guy Skyrim?

Technically Antagonist. Cicero has his reasons for betraying the Dark Brotherhood, and sets traps for the player while following him because he believes you are going to kill him. You have the option to kill him or spare him. He will not betray you if spared.

What happens to Cicero If you destroy the Dark Brotherhood?

Cicero will disappear after Destroy the Dark Brotherhood! even if he's still waiting near Whiterun for Delayed Burial, if your on a PC you could try using commands otherwise i don't think you can find him. Although Cicero will still be alive, unfortunately you can't find him when you destroy the dark brotherhood.


Can Cicero be sacrificed to Boethiah?

Is it possible to sacrifice Cicero? Sorry, but no. Cicero is set back to essential when you spare him during the Dark Brotherhood questline. Characters marked essential like Cicero and obviously Serana, are impossible to sacrifice.

Is Cicero the best follower?

Cicero. Cicero is one of the best companions you can get in Skyrim - he's an assassin with incredibly high stats, and he's got one of the most well-developed personalities in the entire game.

Can you save Astrid?

No. You can't save her; no matter what you do, Astrid dies during the Death Incarnate quest. If you really wanted, and you're playing on the PC, you may be able to use console commands to place her ( RefID 0001BDE8 ) somewhere via moveto or placeatme .


Should I report Cicero or help him?

Cicero's reward is slightly higher than Vantus' reward, should the Dragonborn choose to help Vantus and report Cicero. If the Dragonborn chooses to report Cicero to the guards (as Vantus initially wishes to do) however, Cicero will be arrested and led away.

Should I report Cicero or not?

If you report him the guard will arrest him and the farmer will give you a small reward, but sometime later the farmer and his wife will be viciously murdered by an 'unknown' assailant. Reporting him doesn't change the Dark Brotherhood questline, he'll just be a bit angry at you when he first arrives at the sanctuary.

Can you pickpocket the greybeards robes?

During the quest "Dark Brotherhood Forever," one possible random contact, The Blasphemous Priest, wears the robes. However, they cannot be looted or pickpocketed.


Should I help Cicero Skyrim?

Convince Loreius or Report Cicero

Helping Cicero will mean that the jester is friendlier later in the Dark Brotherhood quest line. Turning in Cicero will mean that he will exact revenge on the farmer and his wife but carries no real implications for the Dark Brotherhood quest line.

Can you get AELA's armor?

If you choose to marry Aela the Huntress, you can buy all pieces except for the helmet provided you trade her some stronger armor first. These same pieces can also be looted off of ascendant necromancers if you are above level 81. You can find a number of different Ancient Nord helmets and boots in the Forsaken Crypt.

Can you get your spouse pregnant in Skyrim?

No, it is not possible to have children in Skyrim. Aside from marrying and having your spouse cook dinner for you, there is decidedly limited spousal interaction.


Can Cicero join the blades?

Cicero and Serana are the only followers that can't become Blades. It is possible to begin this quest without killing Paarthurnax by talking to Delphine after the completion of Alduin's Wall.

Can Cicero dual wield?

Cicero is an adept assassin so it should come as no surprise that he has a high one-handed skill. However, some players may not realize just how powerful he is with a dagger. This jester-themed assassin has the highest possible one-handed skill in the game which makes him an extremely powerful dual wielder.

What happens after you help Cicero?

If you chose to help Cicero, he will show gratitude to you later when you join the Dark Brotherhood. As mentioned above, he will also give you a small amount of gold. If you reported Cicero, he will come back to Loreius Farm and kill Vantus along with his wife.


Where does Cicero go after you spare him?

If the Dragonborn chose to spare his life, Cicero is found upon exiting the Dawnstar Sanctuary after the quest where he becomes a possible follower.

What is in Cicero's coffin?

Cicero is an assassin and the Keeper of the Dark Brotherhood. The coffin he is transporting contains the remains of the Night Mother. Choosing to help Cicero will lead to him showing gratitude if you join the Brotherhood.
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